2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, 2008 Saleen S7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKA. (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Saleen S7.
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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XKA. (843 Nm). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XKA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saleen |
| Model | XKA | S7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1247 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2692 mm |
