1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR-15 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
