2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ8 and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XJ8 | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |