2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 106 L |
