2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
