2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJ6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |