2005 Jaguar XK 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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK. 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 (542 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XKR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 294 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
