1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 612 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
