2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz

To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ6 and 2005 Toyota Vitz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Jaguar XJ6 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 XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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 XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar XJ6 2005 Toyota Vitz
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJ6 Vitz
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 1491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 235 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1614 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 42 L


 

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