1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Serena |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |