1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 907 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XJS | Ram |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4080 mm |