2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XF | 996 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |