2011 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 702 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
Model | Corolla | XJ |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |