2008 Lincoln MKX vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln MKX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln MKX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2008 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKX 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln MKX | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lincoln | Jaguar |
| Model | MKX | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
