1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1986 Jaguar XJ6 has manual transmission. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ6 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
