2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | X-Type | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
