2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJ8 | GranSport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |