1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 444 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | Vanden Plas | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
