2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 578 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar XJR 2008 Nissan Quest
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XJR Quest
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 554 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1708 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 76 L


 

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