1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 4 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 222 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 222 kg more than 2002 GAZ 3111. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Jaguar | GAZ |
| Model | XKR | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
