2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Maxima | XF |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
