2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
