2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |