2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 398 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | FX | XKR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
