2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 345 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (500 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | R-D6 | XF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
