2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | XK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |