1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 189 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
