2008 Jaguar XJ6 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 XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ6 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 33 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ6 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 XJ6. 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
