1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 4 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 248 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 517 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2002 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2002 Samsung SM5 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 | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Samsung |
| Model | XJR | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
