2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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. Both 2007 Jaguar XJ and 2006 Jaguar XK are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster 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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |