2002 Holden UTE vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 432 kg more than 2002 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden UTE. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | UTE | XJS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
