1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (274 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
