2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Sequoia | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
