1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 822 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJR | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
