2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 1995 Toyota MR2

To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 565 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Jaguar XKA 1995 Toyota MR2
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XKA MR2
Year Released 2000 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4399 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 466 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 843 Nm 186 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1235 kg
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2410 mm


 

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