2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XKR | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |