2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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 (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.

Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jaguar XKR 2001 Land Rover Discovery
Make Jaguar Land Rover
Model XKR Discovery
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 391 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2550 mm


 

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