2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |