1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |