1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJS | Esprit |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |