2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jaguar XJR 2009 Nissan Quest
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XJR Quest
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 3492 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 553 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 76 L


 

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