1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 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 89 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJS | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |