2011 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XF 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 2011 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jaguar XF | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XF | Maxima |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |