1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 51 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1988 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 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
