2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | XJ | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
