1986 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Estate | XKR |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |