2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XF | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
