1997 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX 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 100 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XKR |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |