2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XK8 and 2006 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |