2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
