2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XKR. 2000 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XKR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
