1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (322 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XK | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
