2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XF and 2008 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. 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 XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XF | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XF | XJR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 84 L |