1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJS | 405 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
