2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 144 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 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, 2013 Infiniti G, 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 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XF | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
