2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 449 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2006 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XF | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |
