1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 795 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Juara, 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 (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Proton |
| Model | XJR | Juara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
