1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 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 78 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 42 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 76 L |
