1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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 (377 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJR | Defender |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
