2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 693 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XKR | W12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
