2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 377 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |