2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable 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) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJ8 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
