1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 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 271 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 391 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (600 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ220 | XJ |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3157 mm |