2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 XF (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XF | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
