2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2007 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
