2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
