2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Frontera | XJS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
