2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 410 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 L |
