1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 572 kg more than 2005 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 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 48 L |
