2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M 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 M | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | XJ | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3555 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |