2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 XK (421 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
