2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 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. Both 2006 Jaguar XK and 2009 Jaguar S-Type are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
