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 111 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 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 87 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). 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 | 4196 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 459 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 86 L |