2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (542 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK8 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3170 mm |
