2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XF | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |