2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Highlander | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
