2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2002 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 XK8 (542 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2001 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
