1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1997 Jaguar XK8 and 1997 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Because 1997 Jaguar XK8 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 1997 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Celica, 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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica. 1997 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
