1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJR | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
