1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 897 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | Supra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
