2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 856 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jaguar XK 2011 Toyota Sequoia
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XK Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 2576 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1956 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3099 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 100 L