1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 4 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | Vanden Plas | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |