2010 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. 2009 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche 911 | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 911 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
