1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 475 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR-15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
