2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
Model | XJ | Rapide |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2989 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 91 L |