2009 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RDX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
