2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |