2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 855 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XJ | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5842 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
