2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK.
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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
