2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 296 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | S-Type | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |