2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 137 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.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
