2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 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), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKR | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
