2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKR | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
