1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 97 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Venza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
