1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 141 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.

Because 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (325 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Jaguar XJR 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJR Sienna
Year Released 1989 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5996 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 318 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 476 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1941 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 91 L 76 L


 

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