1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 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 149 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Jaguar | Smart |
Model | XJS | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1820 mm |