2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 719 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar XJ 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJ Camry
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2720 cc 2362 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 220 km/hour 197 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1659 kg 940 kg
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L


 

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