2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XK. 2000 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Maranello | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
