1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 159 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondial | XJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
