2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Maserati Coupe. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe. 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 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
