2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 108 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (505 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
