2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK.
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 (554 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
