2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | XJ |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3157 mm |