2010 Jaguar XJ 3 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic
To start off, both 2010 Jaguar XJ 3 and 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ 3. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jaguar XJ 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ 3. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XJ 3 | 2010 Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super V8 Automatic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XJ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
