1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Coupe | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3157 mm |
