1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara, 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJR-15 | Solara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |