2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 794 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJR 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 2008 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | Pod |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 48 L |
