2012 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry, 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 XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jaguar XK | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Camry |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1321 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2680 mm |