2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
