2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (152 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
