2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 28.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
