2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 254 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJR | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |