2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | X-Type | Sentra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |