1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Condor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
