2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | X-Type | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
