2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2008 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ6 and 2008 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Almera weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.

Because 2008 Jaguar XJ6 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 XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Almera, 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 XJ6 (300 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jaguar XJ6 2008 Nissan Almera
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XJ6 Almera
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1597 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 0 HP
Torque 300 Nm 138 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 60 L


 

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