2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
