2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2009 Porsche Cayman and 2009 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | Cayman | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
