2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS 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 65 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | XJ8 | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |