2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 734 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | XJR | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
