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


 

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