2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XKR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| 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 | 390 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
