2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
Model | 911 | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2909 mm |