2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2003 Jaguar XJ 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 2003 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
