2002 Infiniti FX vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti FX.
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 XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti FX. 2002 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti FX | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | FX | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
