1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 1998 Abarth Monotipo and 1998 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Monotipo. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | Monotipo | XKR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
