2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XKR and 2005 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 276 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XKR | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
