2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 492 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XKR | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |