1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 9 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XK | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XK | Coupe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |