2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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 XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |