2012 Toyota Avalon vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Avalon | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalon | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
