2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2013 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Smart | Jaguar |
| Model | ForFour | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2752 mm |
