2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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 XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
