1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
