2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 930 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJ | Barina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
