1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 373 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
