Seen as how part of the reason why Jaguar built the F-PACE was so that they could take the fight to the Macan, any sort of can be very exciting.
Once you’re done watching this drag race, you might realize that it accurately reflects the two models’ spec sheets when it comes to power and acceleration figures, as well as another very important factor.
The 3.0-liter V6 supercharged Jag boasts 381 PS (280 kW) plus 450 Nm (331 lb-ft) of torque, and even though it weighs a hefty 1,861 kg (4,102 lbs) it can still hit 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.5 seconds. The Macan GTS on the other hand is even heavier at 1,970 kg (4,343 lbs) and its turbocharged V6 unit puts out 30 PS less compared to the F-PACE. However, it’s got more torque at 500 Nm (368 lb-ft) and is quicker to 100 km/h by 0.3 seconds.
Now, that very important factor we mentioned earlier is gearbox-related. Can the Jaguar’s ZF 8-speed automatic really stand up to Porsche’s uber-quick 7-speed PDK transmission? It’s an important question because a faster gearbox can help a car gain or maintain a lead even when it’s a little down on power.