2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. 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 347 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Jaguar | MCC |
| Model | XJR | Smart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2280 mm |
