2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK8 | XJR |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |