1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 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 24 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJ8 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 1998 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
