2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Soarer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |