1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
Model | Q45 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |