2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XK 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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 XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Jaguar XK 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 XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar XK | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |