2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XKR. 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, both vehicles can yield 553 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
