2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 487 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XF | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
