1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 398 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | 3110 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
