2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | Almera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
