2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2003 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 2003 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon, 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |