2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2002 Jaguar XK8 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 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
