2011 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 393 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4, 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 XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | RAV4 | XF |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
