2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 5 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Jaguar | Acura |
Model | XK | TL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |