1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 98 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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, 1995 Saturn SL, 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 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saturn |
| Model | XJS | SL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
