2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 268 kg more than 1989 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XKR | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
