2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 Pontiac G6

To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJR and 2007 Pontiac G6 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 XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G6. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G6.

Because 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G6, 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 XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G6.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJR 2007 Pontiac G6
Make Jaguar Pontiac
Model XJR G6
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 390 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 97.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 61 L


 

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