1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR

To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Jaguar XK8 2008 Jaguar XJR
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XK8 XJR
Year Released 1996 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 553 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.1:1
Top Speed 251 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1653 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 85 L


 

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