1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2000 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 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 288 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 277 kg more than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XKR | Pickup |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |