1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 20 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 330 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 2010 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR-15 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
