2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Hummer | Jaguar |
| Model | H3 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
