1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 672 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJR-15 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |