1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1998 Jaguar XK

To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Jaguar XJR 1998 Jaguar XK
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XJR XK
Year Released 1989 1998
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5996 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 318 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 476 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 91 L 75 L


 

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