2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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 XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJ | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.8 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 | 1659 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
