2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (541 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
