2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner 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) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (420 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJ8 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |