1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 686 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Pod |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
