1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
