1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 824 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Sunny | XJ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3157 mm |
