2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR

To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar S-Type 2006 Jaguar XKR
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model S-Type XKR
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2096 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 541 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66.9 mm 90.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1848 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2590 mm