2010 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jaguar XJ would be higher. Both 2010 Jaguar XJ and 2012 Jaguar XJ are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 271 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 600 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XJ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5127 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
