2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | S-Type | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |