1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Jaguar | Smart |
Model | XJS | Roadster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |