2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
