1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 21 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige 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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJ6 | Exige |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2299 mm |