2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | X-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
