1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 376 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 911 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
