2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Westfield ZEI 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 83 more horse power than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 934 kg more than 1994 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Westfield ZEI. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1994 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1994 Westfield ZEI 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 | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Jaguar | Westfield |
| Model | XJ | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2340 mm |
