1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK 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 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Camry |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |