2006 Acura RL vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | RL | XJ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |