2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 550 and 2002 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 2002 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
