2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
