1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 773 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJR | Suburban |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 117 L |