2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |