2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ8 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
