1994 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 583 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Beretta | XJ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3157 mm |
