2012 Jaguar XF vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
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 iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota iQ 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 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 985 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 iQ, 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 (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XF | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XF | iQ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
