2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
