2000 Audi R8 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1568 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
