1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (211 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
| Model | XJ6 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |
