2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
