1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 942 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJS | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 104 L |