2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. 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 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | X-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
