2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XKR. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 708 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XKR. (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XKR. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XKR | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Jaguar | TVR |
Model | XKR | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |