2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 9 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJ | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
