1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS 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 115 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJS | 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
