2009 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
Model | M | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |