2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
Model | XKR | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |