2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (279 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
