2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier.
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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Rainier | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |