2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Crossfire 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 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
| Model | XJ8 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
