1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny 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. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 562 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKR | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
