2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB9 | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |