2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 86 L |
