2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Blackhawk | XJR |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |