2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | XF | MDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 79 L |
