2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 236 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 294 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |