2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
