2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XJR | GTO |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |