2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 155 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Tata Indica. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XJ | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
