1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 116 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
