1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 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) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJS | Sable |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 377 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |