2006 Jaguar XK 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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 843 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
