2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar XJR and 2001 Spyker C8 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (400 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 419 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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. 2001 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Spyker |
| Model | XJR | C8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 400 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
