2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 15 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
