1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 1996 Tata E220 is newer by 6 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 69 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Tata E220. 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 XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Tata E220 | |
Make | Jaguar | Tata |
Model | XJS | E220 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |