2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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. Both 2009 Jaguar XK and 2006 Jaguar XK are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |