1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1993 Jaguar XJS and 1993 Peugeot 405 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 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.
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1993 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | XJS | 405 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |