2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
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 XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
