2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 301 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XF | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3596 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 | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
