2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
