1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
