1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 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 58 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJR | Sable |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 78 L |