2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ8 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
