2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR 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 20 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XKR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
