2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK8 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
