2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 337 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. 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 (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Jaguar | Holden |
Model | XKR | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |