2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2752 mm |
