2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2012 Jaguar XJ and 2012 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.

Because 2012 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Jaguar XJ 2012 Saab 03-Sep
Make Jaguar Saab
Model XJ 03-Sep
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 510 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 624 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 58 L


 

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