1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 779 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJR-15 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
