2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | G37 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
