2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
