2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2003 Jaguar R-D6 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Jaguar R-D6 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 2003 Jaguar R-D6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (193 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Jaguar R-D6 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model R-D6 Avensis
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2720 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 193 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2160 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 60 L


 

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