2009 Jaguar XK 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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK 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 (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 215 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |