2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ8 and 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 144 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
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 @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
