2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 XKR (542 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XKR | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
