2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Commodore | XJS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |