1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJS | Liana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
