1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise 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 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 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 | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 38 L |
