2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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) has 267 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2008 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | X-Type | XKR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
