1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 21 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 162 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1062 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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia. 2011 GMC Acadia 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. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XJR-15 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
