2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | X-Type | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
