1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 528 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (377 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XJR | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1820 mm |
