1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 710 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3978 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |
