2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 158 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Quest | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
