2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XKR | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
