2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti G35. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti G35.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35, 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | G35 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
