2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
