2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |
