2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 69 L |
