2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Toyota Supra.
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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (505 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
