1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 24 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 62 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 163 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 72 L |
