2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 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) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
