2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 303 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2390 mm |