2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8. 2007 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |