2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XKR. 2002 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XKR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
