2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 558 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |