2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |