2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | XJ8 | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |