1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 1992 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ220 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
