2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 360 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 71 L |
