2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XKR | Camry |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 392 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |