2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari F430. (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 528 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430. 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 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari F430. (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari F430. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F430 | XF |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |