1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XJR |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3170 mm |
