2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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 XK (553 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
