2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | X-Type | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
