1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
