2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
Model | XK | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |