1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 12 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
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 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ6 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
