2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 32 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL, 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XJ | IPL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
