2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
