2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 143 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 944. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 448 kg more than 1991 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 944. (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XKR | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
