2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar X-Type and 2006 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 334 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | X-Type | 45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
