2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XJ | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 117 L |