2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Toyota Will

To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 858 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jaguar XK 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 2006 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will, 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jaguar XK 2002 Toyota Will
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XK Will
Year Released 2006 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 294 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 45 L


 

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