1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | RX-7 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
