1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS

To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet S-10 and 1993 Jaguar XJS were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 236 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet S-10 1993 Jaguar XJS
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model S-10 XJS
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 5996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 187 HP 309 HP
Torque 319 Nm 476 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2600 mm


 

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