2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Sentra | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
