2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF 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 265 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 464 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF 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 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XF | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
