1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJR | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 31 L |
