1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJS | Toledo |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |