1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 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 367 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Jaguar | Smart |
Model | XJR-15 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |