1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | 350Z |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |