1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | F-Type | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
