2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |
