2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XF | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
