1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
