2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Jaguar | MCC |
| Model | XJ8 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 22 L |
