2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 724 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | Boxster | XF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
