2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. 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 119 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
