1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 17 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius, 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Prius |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
