1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ6 | 968 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 92 L |