1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Land Cruiser | XF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
