2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |