2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | X-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
