1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | Will |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
