1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1985 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
