2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | XJ | EX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |