1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Virage | XKR |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |