2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XKR | XJR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |