2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XJ6 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 33 L |
