2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 476 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
Model | 911 | XJ |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3157 mm |