2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 876 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina, 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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJR | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2370 mm |
