2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 83 L |
