2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | QX56 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
