2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XF and 2008 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 502 kg more than 2008 Saleen S7.
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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 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 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2008 Saleen S7 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 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Saleen |
Model | XF | S7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2692 mm |