2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK.
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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
