2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti Q45. (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
Model | Q45 | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 84 L |