1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Jaguar XJS 2001 Land Rover Freelander
Make Jaguar Land Rover
Model XJS Freelander
Year Released 1989 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2560 mm