2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 158 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 550 | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |