1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 259 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
