1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2008 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 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 198 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.

Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Navara. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Navara 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 2008 Nissan Navara
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XKR Navara
Year Released 1998 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 370 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 541 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 16.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 2032 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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