1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 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 176 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Venza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
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 | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |