1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJS | Exige |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
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 | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |