1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 7 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | Mark II |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |