1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 11 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XKR. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
| Model | XKR | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
