2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 81 L |
