2005 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | M | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
