2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
