2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 935 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XJR | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 33 L |
