2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 958 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XKR | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
