2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
