1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 19 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 194 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Xterra. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Xterra 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.
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1993 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Xterra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |