1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 703 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (553 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR-15 | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
