2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (318 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
