2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 TVR T 350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK8 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
