2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2001 Jaguar X-Type and 2001 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 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 2001 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type, 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Jaguar X-Type 2001 Jaguar XJ
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model X-Type XJ
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2099 cc 3248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 157 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4350 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66.8 mm 70 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2880 mm