2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |