1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.

Because 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Jaguar XJR-15 2005 Nissan Primera
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XJR-15 Primera
Year Released 1991 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5993 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 307 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.9 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 62 L