2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
