1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Virage | XJ |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |