2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK. 2005 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
