2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XK8 and 2006 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 914 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Jaguar | Smart |
Model | XK8 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |