1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 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 302 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 635 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander. 2003 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR-15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
