2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | X-Type | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
