2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
