2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XF and 2008 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 607, 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 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XF | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | XF | 607 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |