2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XJ and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
