2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
