1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 996 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |