2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (525 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XJS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |