2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XJ | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
