2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XJ6 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 22 L |
