1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
