2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ and 2008 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJ | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |