1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 549 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Patrol |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2980 mm |