2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XKR and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (250 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2007 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 2007 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | XKR | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |
