2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | S-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |
