2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. Both 2004 Jaguar XK and 1998 Jaguar XKR are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XKR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
