1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XK | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
