2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKR | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
