2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 Jaguar XF 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 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XF | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XF | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |