1991 Rover 100 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 719 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | 100 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
