1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 7 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 270 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster 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 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XKR | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
