2001 Porsche GT2 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP) has 269 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XF. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XF. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche GT2 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
Model | GT2 | XF |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 456 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 621 Nm | 450 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2908 mm |