2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XF and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF.

Because 2008 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Jaguar Mitsubishi
Model XF Eclipse
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 3828 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 67 L


 

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