2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. Both 2008 Jaguar XJR and 2006 Jaguar XKR are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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 (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJR | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJR | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |