2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJR | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
