2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJ | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
