2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 181 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
