2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XKR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
