2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJ | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |