2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (295 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
