1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
