2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | HR-V | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
