2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 814 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
