1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 18 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 78 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |