2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Canyon | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
