2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 3 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 355 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XKR | Nano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
