2011 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XK | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
