1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 642 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XK (615 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1800 mm |
