2006 GMC Savana vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 879 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Savana | XJS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |