1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 870 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
