2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XJR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 89 L |
