2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (309 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | S-Type | XJS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |