2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.

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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jaguar XJ8 2013 Chrysler 300
Make Jaguar Chrysler
Model XJ8 300
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1684 kg 1921 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5044 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3052 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 72 L


 

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