2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 8 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 864 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2010 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2010 Zenvo ST1 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 | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zenvo |
| Model | XJ | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3055 mm |
