2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 462 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Pilot | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
