1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 84 L |
