DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

1998 Jaguar XJ vs 1998 Lotus Esprit Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

VS
WINNER

Lotus Esprit

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

86.5–87.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

JaguarMakeLotus
XJModelEsprit
1998Model year1998
SedanBody typeCoupe
5Seats2
4Doors2

Performance

5,6 s0–100 km/h4,9 s
250 km/hTop speed282 km/h
3996 ccEngine displacement3506 cc
363 HPPower354 HP
505 NmTorque400 Nm
8Cylinders8

Fuel & Consumption

PetrolFuel typePetrol
81 ltFuel tank73 lt
18 ltUrban consumption20 lt
9,5 ltExtra-urban consumption9,3 lt
12,6 ltAverage consumption—

Transmission & Chassis

Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
255/40 R18Tyre size235/40 R17; 285/35 R18
YesABSYes

Dimensions

5023 mmLength4370 mm
1799 mmWidth1880 mm
1345 mmHeight1150 mm
1845 KgWeight1380 Kg
2870 mmWheelbase2420 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

1998 Jaguar XJ and 1998 Lotus Esprit approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Lotus Esprit leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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