1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XJ | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 110 L |
