2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 359 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2416 mm |