2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Town & Country | XK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |