2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 122 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LaCrosse | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 89 L |
