2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 (597 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3157 mm |
