1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 468 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (476 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Armada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
