2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | G37 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
