1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 603 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJS | 206 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
