2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
