2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 11 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
