2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 911 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2752 mm |
