2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XJ would be higher. 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 27 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jaguar XJ 2010 Toyota Highlander
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJ Highlander
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 3300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 297 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 65 L


 

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