1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 449 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
