1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJS | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
