1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJR is newer by 13 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJR (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 2006 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | XJR |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 84 L |
