1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. Both 1998 Jaguar XKR and 1999 Jaguar S-Type are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (281 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
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 XKR (542 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (390 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
