2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJR | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 554 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 280 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 | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2415 mm |