2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Century weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1994 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
