2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Nissan Laurel. 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2002 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |