1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Laurel | XJ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
