2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |