2006 Acura RL vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
