2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF 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 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XF | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
