2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | X-Type | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
