2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XKR | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XKR | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3040 mm |