1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XJR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
