2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 2009 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LaCrosse | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3040 mm |