1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJ6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
