2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
