2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. 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 XKR (553 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
