1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1993 Jaguar XJS and 1993 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 114 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 600 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum, 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
