2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | X-Type | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
