1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Camaro | XJS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |