2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XKR | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2180 mm |
