2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. (390 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. (571 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB9 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |