2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (502 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 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 Weight | 1734 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
