1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | GTI |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
