1996 Innocenti Mille vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jaguar XJ 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 2006 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Innocenti Mille, 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1996 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Innocenti Mille 2006 Jaguar XJ
Make Innocenti Jaguar
Model Mille XJ
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 72 Nm 561 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3170 mm


 

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