2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. 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 XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Xedos |
| Model | XJ | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2760 mm |
