1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 1999 Jaguar S-Type 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 1999 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
