1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |