2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | X-Type | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
