2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Sprinter | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2600 mm |