2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | X-Type | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |