2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 145 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (245 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XKR | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |