2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Mazda Etude

To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 Mazda Etude were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 639 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar XJ 2005 Mazda Etude
Make Jaguar Mazda
Model XJ Etude
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3555 cc 1594 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 83.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Top Speed 235 km/hour 186 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.6 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1684 kg 1045 kg
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 55 L


 

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