1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJS | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 250 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 | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
