2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
Model | XK | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |