2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (126 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | X-Type | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
