2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | R-D6 | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
