2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
