1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJS | Discovery |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |