2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 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 3 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Equus | XJS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
