1999 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | XJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
