1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 14 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 224 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 666 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XJS | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
