2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 894 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | X-Type | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2745 mm |