2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
