2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |