2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ6 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 31 L |
