1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
