2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 108 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550. 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550. 2010 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. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
