2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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 XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, 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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Presea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
