2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJ | 370Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |