2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. 2005 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJR | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
