2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 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 126 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
