2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XF 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 2010 Jaguar XF. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | 6 | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
