2007 GMC Savana vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 952 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Savana | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
