2009 Audi TT vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 794 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | TT | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
