1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1998 Jaguar XJR and 1998 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 677 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJR | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJR | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |