2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XF | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |