2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XK. (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XK. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | Panamera | XK |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
