1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Murano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
