2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJ | MC12 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |