2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
