2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Reliant SE6. 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant SE6. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1986 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1986 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XJ | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
