2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (318 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (464 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJ. 2000 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKR | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
