1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 381 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
