1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 685 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2895 mm |