1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 46 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Commodore | XJR |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |