2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
