2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (184 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2006 Jaguar XJ8 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 2006 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
