2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 113 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (525 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
