2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar X-Type and 2001 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | X-Type | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2099 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |