1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 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. Both 1999 Jaguar XJ and 1998 Jaguar XKR are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XKR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
