1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (400 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 169 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XJR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
