2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 861 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 96 L |
