1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 19 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3880 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1988 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
