2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 191 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ8 | XJS |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |