1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 146 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XKR |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 291 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 | 1589 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
