1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
