1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 MG TF. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJS | TF |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
