2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Peugeot 407

To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.

Because 2003 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 2003 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Jaguar XK 2006 Peugeot 407
Make Jaguar Peugeot
Model XK 407
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3994 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 251 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 66 L


 

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