2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 XK (420 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 79 L |
