1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jaguar XJS. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1987 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1987 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
