2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 305 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
