2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 166 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
