2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJ and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
