2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 376 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Xedos | Jaguar |
| Model | 9 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |
