1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJS | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
