2010 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2008 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJ | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
