2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
