2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Atlantique 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 23 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. (277 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 434 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. 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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Atlantique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Jaguar | Venturi |
| Model | XJ | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
