2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 825 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XKR | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
