1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |