1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (185 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, 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 XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | XJS | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
