2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 337 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Primera | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
