1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 627 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 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 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJR-11 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
