2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2006 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jaguar XF 2006 Nissan Titan
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XF Titan
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 5556 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 514 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1679 kg 2184 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 106 L


 

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