2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XJ | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 94 L |
