2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
