1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 22 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJS | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
