1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJR | MR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |