2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Frontier | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
