2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (219 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 947 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Canyon | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3590 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
