2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
