1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 9 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XKR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
