2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar XJ and 2001 Peugeot 307 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 153 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 307 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJ | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
