2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 390 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.

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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jaguar XKR 2007 Jaguar XJR
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XKR XJR
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 541 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 90.3 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 5.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 85 L


 

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