2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |