1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (172 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore. 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
