1993 Jaguar XJ vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, both 1993 Jaguar XJ and 1993 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJ 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 1993 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900, 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | XJ | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
