2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Crossfire | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
