2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 295 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 X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Jaguar X-Type 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model X-Type Avensis
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 194 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 91.5 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L


 

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