2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 462 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJ | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |