2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XKR | XK8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 411 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |