2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Supra. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
