1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XKR. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XKR. (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XKR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
