2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 239 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360. 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 360 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1450 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 71 L |
