2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
