2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |