2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ8 and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJ8 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |