2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 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), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 113 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XKR.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| 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 | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
