1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1968 Jaguar 240 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
