2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XKR and 2005 Saturn L 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 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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 Saturn L, 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn L 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 Saturn L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saturn |
| Model | XKR | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
