2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe

To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jaguar XK8 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XK8 R Coupe
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 525 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2900 mm


 

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